• Use a soft bristled brush (synthetic bristles preferably because natural bristles tend to harbor the oral bacteria as the bristles are more porous). Be sure it is the right size (generally smaller is better than larger).

• Place the bristles at a 45 degree angle to the teeth. Slide the tips of the brush under the gums.

 

 

 

Jiggle the bristles very gently so that any plaque growing under the gum will be removed.

• Be sure to brush the outside, the tongue side and the chewing surfaces of your teeth.

• For the front teeth, brush the inside surfaces of the upper and lower jaws by tilting the brush vertically and making several up and down strokes with the front part of the brush over the teeth and gum tissues.

 

 

 

• Brushing your tongue will help freshen your breath. Debris and bacteria can collect on your tongue and cause bad breath.

Your toothbrush will only clean one or two teeth at a time. Change its position to properly clean each tooth.

To prevent plaque damage, be sure to brush at least twice every day, preferably at bedtime and in the morning. Adding a brush time after meals increases your chances of thorough daily plaque removal.

Don’t rush your brush. A thorough brushing should take at least 2 minutes.

Brushing the teeth too vigorously or using a hard bristled toothbrush causes the gums to recede and exposes root surfaces. It also wears down the tooth structure. Both of these conditions can lead to tooth sensitivity.

A pea-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste is all you need, should you choose to use a toothpaste.

Replace your brush when the bristles begin to spread. A worn out toothbrush will not properly clean your teeth.

 

 

 

              We recommend to always use a soft textured toothbrush